Wedding Packages 2016/2017
I N T R O D U C T I O N A Franschhoek wine estate is the perfect place for your dream wedding and Rickety Bridge Winery is the perfect choice of wedding venue. The warm memories of your special day will last a life time. Share your special day with family members and friends in the charming Cape Dutch banqueting hall converted from the original maturation cellar into a beautiful wedding venue. A romantic ceremony can be set in the Manor House gardens providing magnificent view for a memorable occasion. Our delightful and experience wedding coordinator will help you turn your dream wedding into a reality. So cross the bridge over the Franschhoek River and discover your perfect wedding venue amongst the vines.
P A C K A G E S E L E C T I O N S INFORMATION 10 40 GUESTS 41 60 GUESTS 61 100 GUESTS PRICE per person including VAT R2295 R2025 R1850 VENUE HIRE Including standard white table linen, serviettes, crockery, cutlery & glasses Included Included Included VENUE EXCLUSIVITY N/A N/A Included WELCOME DRINK One glass per person (our famous Rose Cocktail) Included Included Included MENU Three course meal including a menu taster for the couple Included Included Included ARRIVAL CANAPES A selection of three per person Included Included Included WINES - Half bottle of red and half bottle of white per person Included Included Included STAFF One waiter per 10 pax including barman Included Included Included GRATUITY 10% For the service staff Included Included Included RICKETY BRIDGE MANOR HOUSE Sleeps 6 Included Included Included BASSE PROVENCE MANOR HOUSE - Sleeps 6 Included Included Included BASSE PROVENCE EXCLUSIVE Sleeps 8 N/A Included Included PERSONALISED SERVICE of our wedding coordinator** R5000 Included Included
M E N U S Set Menu Please choose one starter, one main and one dessert STARTERS Franschhoek smoked salmon rose served on top of crisp chive potato rosti, surrounded by mizuna leaves dressed in a lemon and dill yoghurt aioli. Twice baked goats cheese soufflé surrounded by wild rocket leaves dressed with a Rickety Bridge Shiraz dressing. Thin layers of ostrich Carpaccio topped with potato wafers, rocket leaves, pecorino and balsamic glaze. Cajun grilled baby calamari served on top of a Asian styled salad with lemongrass dressing. MAINS Roasted rack of lamb served with creamed buttery mash potato, grilled seasonal vegetables and sauced with a Rickety Bridge Shiraz jus. Grilled fillet of beef served with a roasted garlic potato rosti, grilled seasonal vegetables and sauced with a creamy Madagascar green peppercorn sauce. Grilled catch of the day served with pan fried leek, baby fennel and baby potatoes and sauced with a dill and lemon butter sauce. Slow oven cooked lamb shank served with soft creamy herb polenta, grilled seasonal vegetables and thyme infused jus. DESSERTS Our decadent moist malva pudding served with home-made vanilla pod anglaise and vanilla ice-cream. Mango fridge cheese cake served with mint syrup and blueberry coulis. Espresso crème brulee with a choc chip cookie. Peppermint crisp tart served with Belgium chocolate sauce.
M E N U S Vegetarian Options Please choose one starter, one main and one dessert STARTERS Twice baked goats cheese soufflé surrounded by wild rocket leaves dressed with a Rickety Bridge Shiraz dressing. Or Chargrilled halloumi and slow roasted market vegetable salad served with a citrus dressing. MAINS Franschhoek smoked salmon rose served on top of crisp chive potato rosti, surrounded by mizuna leaves dressed in a lemon and dill yoghurt aioli. Or Green pea risotto topped with seasonal vegetables and Danish feta cheese and fresh rocket leaves. Or Exotic mushroom, spring onion, mild chilli and roasted cocktail tomatoes tossed with cream and potato gnocchi.
M E N U S Canapes Please choose five COLD CANAPES * V = Vegetarian, *M = Meat, *F = Fish HOT CANAPES (F) Gravlax with honey mustard mayonnaise. (F) Smoked Franschhoek salmon trout wrapped around asparagus spears with lemon mayonnaise. (F) Shrimp and avocado with dill in phyllo basket. (F) Creamy Smoked Franschhoek salmon trout pate served with cheese pastry crostini. (M) Prosciutto skewers seasonal melon balls with Danish feta and balsamic reduction. (M) Smoked duck wraps with crispy vegetables and hoisin sauce. (M) Mini Ceasar salad on brochette. (M) Chicken liver parfait served on rye roast with onion marmalade. (V) Basil marinated Boccocini and roasted cherry tomato skewers. (V) Parsley goats cheese served on a pepper (V) Selection of vegetable maki and California rolls with soy, picked ginger and wasabi. (F) Mini salmon fish cakes served with lime aioli. (F) Grilled Prawn skewers with Marie Rose sauce. (F) Grilled baby Calamari and chorizo skewer with roasted cherry tomatoes and coriander dressing. (M) Mini beef burgers with onion marmalade. (M) Duck wontons served with hoisin sauce. (M) Sesame crusted chicken sates with a peanut, ginger dipping sauce. (M) Seared ostrich mini medallions served on a potato rosti with a raisin chutney. (M) Chicken Samoosas with sweet chilli sauce. (V) Baby jacket potatoes served with peppadew sour cream and chives. (V) Vegetable Spring rolls with sweet chilli sauce. (V) Mushroom and sprout wontons. (V) Sweet corn, coriander and chilli fritters with curry oil
W E D D I N G S E R V I C E S Personalised Wedding Co-ordinator Fee will include the following: Book and secure your wedding date. On-the-day Co-ordination and on site meetings. Provide you with Rickety Bridge Winery s list of suppliers, all of these chosen for their excellent service and high quality products. Assist with any special dietary requirements. Explain the contract and service provided by Rickety Bridge Winery. Control and consolidate your account. Assist with accommodation bookings. Prepare necessary function sheets and floor plans to ensure our efficient banqueting department have all details on hand on the day. Meet and greet bridal couple upon their arrival at Rickety Bridge. Wedding concept, décor and design. Photography/Videography bookings. Cake sourcing and booking (including tastings). Rehearsal Co-ordination. Menu tasting meeting and planning. Music and entertainment sourcing and overseeing. Florist search and liaisons. Municipality permit negotiations (nature and special venues). Invitation design, distribution and guest list management sourcing. Beauty artist search as well as trial meetings
Please feel free to contact me should you have any further questions or if you would like to book your very special day at Rickety Bridge Winery. Zara Bradshaw +27 (0)82 571 0547 functions@ricketybridge.com www.ricketybridge.com